Golf Course Aeration Equipment

Effective aeration is essential to maintaining consistent, high-quality playing surfaces. When greens begin to hold water after light irrigation or fairways become compacted, the right golf course aeration equipment restores the movement of air, water and nutrients through the soil profile.

Redexim offers a complete range of golf course aeration machines, each designed with a specific role in mind. From high-precision, lightweight solutions for delicate greens, to dependable machines capable of covering the entire course and dedicated hollow coring equipment for soil exchange, every option supports a different part of your aeration programme.

By selecting the right combination of golf course aeration equipment, greenkeepers and course managers can build a tailored approach that balances surface quality, playability and long-term turf health across the whole course.

Model	2519
Power	60 HP
Working Width	1.9 m | 73 in
Max. Depth	25 cm | 10 in
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Golf course aeration equipment: Verti-Drain 2519

The Verti-Drain 2519 delivers high-speed, productive aeration. It decompacts large areas faster, leaving surfaces ready for play sooner, with tines that match your season and soil. You can use it across the whole course, efficiently aerating fairways, greens and everything in between, choosing the depth of tine you need to open up your profile and get water, air and nutrients moving. Like all Verti-Drain, it accepts solid and hollow tines, matching your needs and keeping your program on schedule. With solid tines, Verti-Drain’s unique lift and heave action breaks up the profile. This not only creates aeration holes, but encourages deeper better rooting.

Model	1513	1517
Size	S	M
Power	25 HP	28 HP
Working Width	1.3 m | 52 in	1.8 m | 69 in
Max. Depth	15 cm | 6 in	15 cm | 6 in
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Golf course aeration equipment: 15-Series

These machines are built specifically for greens and other sensitive areas where weight and control matter. Their lighter construction reduces surface stress, while accurate tine action ensures consistent results across the profile. Like all Verti-Drain models, they can be fitted with solid or hollow tines. With solid tines, the lift and heave action fractures the soil, improving drainage and encouraging deeper rooting without damaging the surface.

Verti-Drain 1513

The Verti-Drain 1513 is designed for maximum control in the most delicate areas. Its low weight makes it ideal for greens where surface protection is critical. It can also be used with a pedestrian carrier unit, allowing operators to aerate without a tractor. This makes it ideal for tight or sensitive areas where larger machines are not suitable and surface pressure must be kept to a minimum. The Carrier is also compatible with other equipment.

Verti-Drain 1517

The Verti-Drain 1517 delivers the same precise aeration with increased output. Say you have a 1350 kg (3000 lbs) tractor. The 1517 is going to be wider than many tractors in that category, improving efficiency with every pass. In real conditions, users report coverage of up to 3.5 acres (approximately 1.4 hectares) in an 8-hour day, including turning and core collection. This makes it a strong choice for maintaining greens, tees and more.

Model	7215	7316	7416
Size	S	M	L
Power	25 HP	35 HP	45 HP
Working Width	1.6 m | 63 in	1.6 m | 63 in	1.6 m | 63 in
Max. Depth	25 cm | 10 in	30 cm | 12 in	35 cm | 14 in
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Golf course aeration equipment: 7-Series

Across a full course, consistency is everything. From greens to fairways, compaction builds over time, restricting movement of water and air. The 7-Series handles this with dependable performance throughout the season.

These machines are designed to work across large areas with a range of tine options and working depths. Like all Verti-Drain models, they support both solid and hollow tines. Using solid tines, the lift and heave action breaks through compaction layers, creating channels that improve drainage and sustain healthy turf.

Strong construction and proven engineering ensure these machines continue delivering results season after season. They do exactly what you expect, time after time.

Verti-Drain 7215

The Verti-Drain 7215 is a compact and capable solution for smaller tractors while still delivering deep, effective aeration. It is well suited to courses that need flexibility without sacrificing performance.

Verti-Drain 7316

The Verti-Drain 7316 sits at the centre of the range, offering a balance of power and versatility. It is a dependable choice for maintaining consistent conditions across greens, tees and fairways.

Verti-Drain 7416

The Verti-Drain 7416 delivers maximum working depth and capability for the most demanding conditions. It is built for courses that require deep aeration and long-term reliability across large areas.

Model	1600	2100
Size	M	L
Power	45 HP	55 HP
Working Width	1.6 m | 63 in	2.1 m | 83 in
Max. Depth	10 cm | 4 in	10 cm | 4 in
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Golf course aeration equipment: Verti-Core

For operations focused on hollow coring, efficiency and simplicity are key. The Verti-Core is a dedicated solution designed to remove cores cleanly and consistently, helping manage thatch and improve rootzone structure.

Its straightforward design makes it easy to maintain and service, reducing downtime and keeping your aeration programme on track. The result is reliable hollow coring performance that improves surface quality and supports long-term turf health.

Verti-Core 1600

The Verti-Core 1600 offers a balanced solution for regular hollow coring. Its working width and manageable power requirement make it well suited to a wide range of courses, delivering consistent results with minimal complexity.

Verti-Core 2100

The Verti-Core 2100 increases capacity for larger areas, allowing operators to cover more ground efficiently. It retains the same simple, serviceable design while delivering high-output hollow coring performance across greens and beyond.

Model	1700	2200
Size	M	L
Power	35 HP	45 HP
Working Width	1.8 m | 72 in	2.4 m | 96 in
Max. Depth	25 cm | 10 in	25 cm | 10 in
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Golf course aeration equipment: Level-Spike

Regular aeration does not always require aggressive intervention. During the playing season, maintaining surface condition with minimal disruption is often the priority. The Level-Spike offers a practical way to achieve this.

Spike aeration creates clean slits that improve water movement and oxygen exchange within the soil. While it does not produce the lift and heave of a Verti-Drain, it remains a highly effective method for maintaining healthy turf between deeper aeration treatments.

The Level-Spike is a straightforward, accessible option that fits naturally into any maintenance programme. It is particularly well suited to community courses or as an additional in-season tool, helping keep surfaces playable while still improving drainage and turf condition.

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How do I choose the right golf course aeration equipment for my course?

Choosing the right golf course aeration equipment starts with how intensively your surfaces are managed and the level of finish expected. Courses working to the highest standards often rely on more specialised machines for greens and key playing areas, while others prioritise versatility across the whole course.

If your focus is on precision, surface protection and maximum control on greens, more advanced golf course aeration equipment is typically the right fit. For broader, full-course programmes, many clubs look for dependable machines that can handle everything from greens to fairways. Where budgets or maintenance demands are more limited, simpler aeration solutions can still deliver strong results when used consistently.

FAQ

Can one type of golf course aeration equipment manage the whole course?

For many clubs, a single, well-matched piece of golf course aeration equipment can support greens, tees and fairways. The key is flexibility, particularly in tine options and working depth.

Machines like the Verti-Drain 7-Series are often chosen for this role, providing reliable aeration across the entire course. Some operations also use higher-capacity machines such as the Verti-Drain 2519 to increase efficiency on larger areas, while supplementing with more precise equipment where needed.

How important is productivity in golf course aeration equipment?

Productivity becomes more important as the size of the course and intensity of maintenance increase. Efficient golf course aeration equipment allows you to cover more ground within limited maintenance windows.

Machines such as the Verti-Drain 1517 balance precision with output for greens and surrounds, while larger units like the Verti-Drain 2519 and 7-Series are designed to maintain productivity across wider areas without compromising results.

Should I prioritise versatility or specialised golf course aeration equipment?

This depends on your maintenance approach. Versatile golf course aeration equipment, such as the Verti-Drain 7-Series, is ideal for managing multiple areas with one solution.

More specialised equipment, including the Verti-Drain 1513 for delicate greens work or the Verti-Core range for hollow coring, is chosen where specific results are required. Many courses use a combination of both to build a complete and effective aeration programme.

What if we need simple and effective golf course aeration equipment?

Not every programme requires highly specialised equipment. Simple golf course aeration equipment, such as spike aerators, can still play an important role in maintaining turf health.

Used regularly, they improve water movement and oxygen exchange within the soil, helping keep surfaces open and playable. This approach is often well suited to community courses or as part of an in-season maintenance routine alongside more intensive aeration work. The Level-Spike can provide simple, effective consistent aeration and is well suited to compliment other aeration throughout the season.